This study identifies landslide-prone sections and appropriate mitigation measures along the proposed Chaumala–Garbha Road, a 22.317 km alignment (Chainage 0+000–22+317) in Kailali and Doti districts, Sudurpashchim Province, Nepal. Primary data (field observation, GPS survey, landslide inventory and photographic docume...
N. Adhikari, K. Dahal, S. Sedhain· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
This study compares construction safety requirements and their implementation in two building projects in Nepal: the Dhulikhel Hospital Trauma and Emergency Center (DHTEC), a JICA-funded project implemented by Japanese contractor and consultant organizations, and Hotel Mechi Crown, a Nepalese-owned commercial building....
Rikesh Kumar Shrestha, K. Dahal, S. Sedhain et al.· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Floods are the most frequent and damaging hydro-meteorological hazard in the Terai region of Nepal, yet municipal-scale evidence that links hazard mapping, community perception, historical losses and local adaptation remains scarce. This study assesses flood impacts, losses, and adaptation practices in Bhajani Municipa...
Anesh Shrestha, K. Dahal, S. Dhakal et al.· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Nepal’s steep topography and monsoon-dominated climate make it highly vulnerable to floods and flash floods. In 2081 B.S., a catastrophic flash flood struck Khurkot, at the confluence of the Sunkoshi and Tamakoshi rivers in Golanjor Rural Municipality, Sindhuli, and affected more than 500 families. This study was done...
Kishor Baral, K. Dahal, P. Gyawali· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Nepal’s difficult terrain and reliance on road transport make bridge safety highly dependent on construction material quality. However, concerns remain over consistent compliance with standards due to weak supply monitoring, limited testing, and inadequate field quality control. This study evaluates the quality of cons...
Ram Sagar Harijan, K. Dahal, S. Sedhain· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Settlements in steep Himalayan valleys are exposed to fast, deep and highly erosive floods, yet settlement-scale estimates of flood intensity remain scarce in hydropower-developed basins of Nepal. This study quantifies the 100-year flood hazard at Hile Bazar, a riverside market settlement in the Dordi River Basin, Lamj...
S. Sedhain, K. Dahal, P. Gyawali· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Concrete quality in Nepal is strongly influenced by the properties of locally sourced aggregates, yet localized data linking aggregate source to concrete performance remain scarce. This study comparatively evaluated the compressive strength of M20 grade concrete produced using coarse aggregates from three sources in th...
P. Bohora, K. Dahal, Ravi Kiran Tripathi· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Gautam Buddha International Airport (GBIA), Nepal's second international gateway, situated in the seismically active and flood-prone Terai plains of Lumbini Province, faces complex natural, technical, and operational disaster risks. This study evaluates disaster vulnerabilities, their underlying causes and effects, and...
Lochana Gautam, K. Dahal, S. Sedhain et al.· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Fire is one of the recurring hazards in Nepal and can cause substantial loss of life, property, and economic resources, particularly in densely developed commercial areas. This study assessed the fire safety status of functional commercial buildings in the Gorkha Municipality city area, evaluated their compliance with...
Ramesh Bhatta, K. Dahal, S. Sedhain et al.· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Climate change poses significant challenges to water supply services worldwide, particularly in rural areas where vulnerabilities are heightened due to limited resources and infrastructure. Nepal, a country highly vulnerable to climate change impacts, is experiencing intensified droughts, floods, and other extreme weat...
M. Basnet, K. Dahal, P. Gyawali et al.· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Construction quality is a key factor affecting the safety, durability, and performance of industrial infrastructure. Industrial zones require higher construction standards due to heavy loads, continuous operations, and intensive use of facilities. This study assesses the quality of construction practices in the Balaju...
Madhusudan Adhikari, K. Dahal, P. Gyawali· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
Confined spaces such as sewers, tanks, tunnels, and trenches in construction projects pose significant occupational hazards, particularly in developing countries like Nepal. This study evaluates the challenges associated with confined space work in Kathmandu Valley’s construction industry, focusing on hazard identifica...
D. K. Sah, K. Dahal, S. Dhakal· Universal Technical Journal...· 0 citations
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